**Swedish Kalops: A Hearty and Flavorful Beef Stew with a Sweet Twist**
Kalops is a classic Swedish beef stew that is known for its rich, flavorful broth, tender beef, and the unique addition of cranberries. This dish is a staple of Swedish cuisine and is often served during special occasions or holidays. The combination of savory beef, sweet cranberries, and aromatic spices creates a complex and satisfying dish that is sure to impress your taste buds. This article provides two variations of the Kalops recipe: a traditional version and a simplified version for those who are short on time. Both recipes offer step-by-step instructions, ingredient lists, and cooking tips to ensure a delicious and authentic Kalops experience. Whether you are a seasoned cook or a beginner, these recipes will guide you through the process of creating this Swedish culinary delight in your own kitchen.
STEW WITH CRANBERRIES (SWEDISH KALOPS)
Make and share this Stew With Cranberries (Swedish Kalops) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by strawberrybird
Categories Meat
Time 1h45m
Yield 6 cups, 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Heat the oil over medium high heat in a large saucepan.
- Mix flour, salt, and pepper in a large bowl.
- Add meat to flour mixture and dredge until lightly coated.
- Add the meat to the oil and cook until brown on all sides.
- Top with remaining ingredients and stir. Cover and cook on medium heat for 90 minutes.
- Remove the bay leaves.
- Serve with boiled potatoes, cabbage, or pickled beets.
SWEDISH BEEF STEW (KALOPS )
The recipe title comes from the English word 'collops' (meaning pieces of beef). The recipe is nearly 200 years old and is a traditional Swedish beef stew that's slowly simmered with vegetables until thick, and then it's seasoned with warm, aromatic spices. Although a stew, it's fairly thick and is usually ladled onto...
Provided by Vickie Parks
Categories Beef
Time 1h55m
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- 1. Cut the beef into 1/2-inch cubes, and dry the beef cubes with a paper towel (which helps to ensure even browning). Toss the cubed beef with flour to coat on all sides.
- 2. Heat the oil and butter in a Dutch oven or stockpot over medium heat. Add the beef, and sauté for about 5 minutes or until beef is evenly browned on all sides.
- 3. Add the carrots, onions, garlic, veal/beef stock, bay leaf and allspice berries. Sauté for a few minutes, stirring occasionally.
- 4. Stir in 2 Tbsp flour. Pour in the red wine and enough beef stock to just cover the beef. Add salt and 5 white peppercorns (or 1 to 1 1/2 tsp white pepper), adjusting salt and pepper to taste.
- 5. Reduce the heat to medium-low, cover the stockpot, and simmer for about 1 1/2 hours or until the beef is cooked and tender, stirring frequently to prevent sticking. Skim off fat, if needed.
- 6. Ladle onto plates, and serve with boiled potatoes and pickled red beets.
SWEDISH STEW (KALOPS) (ELK, BEEF, OR REINDEER)
Everyday cooking at its best. Perfect for a cold winter's day. Serve over boiled potatoes with a green cabbage salad.
Provided by littleturtle
Categories Stew
Time 1h45m
Yield 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Coat the beef with flour and salt.
- In a large, heavy pot or dutch oven, melt the butter.
- Sauté the meat until browned on all sides.
- Add the onions and sauté for a few minutes with the meat.
- Add allspice, bay leaves, and water, and stir well, scraping the sides and bottom of the pan well.
- Add carrots, cover, and allow to simmer over low heat until meat is tender (1-1 1/2 hours).
- Stir occasionally to keep from sticking, and if needed, add more water.
- Add potatoes, and return to boiling; cook until potatoes are tender (1/2 hour).
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.7, Fat 4.9, SaturatedFat 3, Cholesterol 12.2, Sodium 1235.4, Carbohydrate 39.8, Fiber 5.3, Sugar 4.4, Protein 4.7
KALOPS (SWEDISH BEEF STEW)
Here is another childhood memory from growing up in a Swedish-American household. This should be served with boiled red potatoes, pickled beets, and lingonberries.
Provided by IngridH
Categories Stew
Time 1h10m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Combine flour, salt and pepper in a bowl.
- Toss beef cubes in the flour mixture to coat.
- In a large dutch oven, cook the butter until just starting to brown.
- Add the meat and onions, and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is browned on all sides.
- Add the bay leaves and allspice.
- Boil the water in a separate pan, then pour over the meat.
- Simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours, or until the meat is tender. Check the water level occasionally, and add more if needed.
- When meat is tender, remove to a serving dish.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 467.8, Fat 30.9, SaturatedFat 12.8, Cholesterol 112, Sodium 910.6, Carbohydrate 25.2, Fiber 6.4, Sugar 2.3, Protein 28.7
KALOPS (SWEDISH BRAISED SHORT RIBS)
Make and share this Kalops (Swedish Braised Short Ribs) recipe from Food.com.
Provided by CJAY8248
Categories Meat
Time 2h10m
Yield 3 lbs. ribs, 5-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- About 2 1/2 hours before serving, heat dutch oven until very hot. Add butter, then short ribs. Cook over high heat until ribs are very well browned on all sides, about 20 minutes.
- To ribs, add onion slices; push them down into fat around ribs, then cook a minute or so, until browned. Now add salt, pepper, 1 teaspoons sugar, allspice, bay leaves, and 1 cup water. Cover and simmer 1 1/2 hours or until meat is very tender.
- Remove ribs to heated platter and keep warm. Skim about 1/4 fat from surface of gravy; Also remove allspice and bay leaves. Stir 1/4 cup water into flour until smooth; slowly add, stirring, to gravy; cook until thickened. Stir in heavy cream, 1 teaspoons sugar, and enough water to make gravy as you like it, bring to a boil; then pour over ribs and serve.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 1119.4, Fat 103.2, SaturatedFat 45.8, Cholesterol 221.2, Sodium 850.5, Carbohydrate 5.5, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 2.6, Protein 39.7
GREAT-GRANDMA ELLEN'S SKåNSK KALOPS (SWEDISH BEEF STEW) RECIPE - (3.5/5)
Provided by á-39535
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Cut beef into stew size pieces. Chop onion and carrots. The carrots should be chopped pretty thick. Fry beef and onion in a pot with some butter/oil until beef has gotten lightly browned. Pour a thin layer of flour over the beef and onion, stir. Pour in water so that it just covers the beef . Season with about 1.5-2 teaspoons of salt, 10-15 whole allspice and 5-7 bay leaves then add the carrots. Let simmer under lid for at least 1,5 hours. I prefer to let it simmer about 2-3 hours. Taste stew a few times while it simmers to check if additional seasoning is needed, or extra water needs to be added. Peel and boil potatoes. Add boiled potatoes just before serving.
Tips:
- For a richer flavor, use beef chuck roast or short ribs instead of beef stew meat.
- Brown the meat in batches to prevent overcrowding the pan and ensure even cooking.
- Use a Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot to evenly distribute heat and prevent burning.
- Add the cranberries towards the end of the cooking time to prevent them from becoming too soft and mushy.
- Serve the stew with mashed potatoes, egg noodles, or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.
Conclusion:
Swedish Kalops is a hearty and flavorful stew that is perfect for a cold winter day. The combination of beef, cranberries, and spices creates a unique and delicious dish that is sure to please everyone at the table. Whether you are a fan of Swedish cuisine or simply looking for a new and exciting stew recipe, this dish is definitely worth trying.
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